Let s Work! IZI Reflection

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1 LIVE LEARN EARN INITIATIVE S WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT WORKING GROUP Let s Work! IZI Reflection All Photos taken during Let s Work! Presented by Sammie Ardito Rivera, Blanca Martinez Gavina & Marnita Schroedl

2 Marnita s Table Project Team Outreach Donte Curtis Blanca Martinez Gaviña & 5 Community Members Event Management Sammie Ardito Rivera Marnita Schroedl Lauren Williams Lars Goldstein Elijah Fortson Research Elexis Trinity Sam Prohaska 2

3 Event Demographics Page 2 of the 360 Report Generational Breakdown* Total Participants Approx. 77 Silent Generation (73-92) o% Baby Boomers (54-72) 20% People of Color Approx. 42 (55%) Generation X (38-53) 26% Youth/Under 24 Approx. 30 (39%) Millenials (22-37) 28% Generation Z (0-21) 26% *Percentages based on participation in the Human Survey Activity 3

4 Goals & Outcomes Goal Demographics: At least 51% people of color and/or immigrant community members Achieved 55% of participants Indigenous or people of color Project: Expand the role of those who are traditionally left out of the conversation as change agents, leaders and innovators by adding more seats at the Table Demographics: At least 25%-33% under 24 (emphasis on ages 16-24) 39% of participants under the age of 24 Project: Expand the role of those who are traditionally left out of the conversation as change agents, leaders and innovators by adding more seats at the Table Project: Catalyze civic engagement across/within communities 95% of participants would invite or bring someone from their personal networks to a future gathering MIS: 10-30% want to join a board, program or initiative 29% of participants were interested in learning more about joining the WG MIS: 25% agree to be a part of whatever comes from the IZI 100% of participants said they would like to be a part of whatever comes from the IZI / would attend another engagement event See page 2 of the Dashboard 4

5 In-Room Measurables 80% Met someone new with whom thy wanted to stay in touch 95% Would like to invite others (to a similar event in the future) 100% Would come back again (to a similar event) 85% Feel like they are part of the community See page 2 of the 360 Report Approximate percentages taken from an in-room count 5

6 In-Room Measurables 100% Nervous looking for work 50% Knew someone in the career they are in/want to be in 40% Want to be a boss 100% Nervous at an interview 40% Lived outside their country of birth for more than a year 40% Have trouble with transportation See page 2 of the 360 Report Approximate percentages taken from an in-room count 6

7 Fields of work interest See page 2 of the 360 Report ü Health & Human Services: 21 ü Business & Entrepreneurship: 14 ü Education: 9 ü Arts & Communications: 4 ü Engineering, Manufacturing & Construction: 4 ü Technology & Science: 3 ü Politics: 3 7

8 Goal: Map existing community assets and locate gaps See page 2 of the Dashboard & full 360 Report 8

9 Leadership Development ü Empowering local community outreach leaders who are more inspired to take leadership positions in the community ü 23 people interested in learning more about joining the Workforce Development Working Group Community Engagement ü Shakopee is a diverse cultural epicenter in the county and there will be better attendance when events are located there ü Building relationships with local immigrant religious institutions as partners in reaching community ü Using culturally appropriate language for outreach materials Social Equity Cross-cultural Competency ü Workplace accommodation for religious observance spaces and flex days for other religious holidays since our calendar typically reflects Christian holidays ü Pathways for people who have formal training/education in their native countries and would like to have opportunities to transfer those certifications and find similar work here ü Understand individual vs. familismo cultures Participatory Action Research ü Youth and young adults in the county are hungry for local post-secondary and job opportunities ü Youth of color face significant challenges in accessing resources and job opportunities but have a deep desire to do so ü Create asset-based models in hiring practices that compensate, value and highlight the bilingual and bicultural capacity of the immigrant workforce 9

10 Mindstorm Findings Gaps Identified Educational opportunities needed for high school and adult learners: Ø College readiness skills, how to transfer credits, apply for financial aid, information on career pathways and workforce development in schools, AVID Ø Financial literacy and life skills: budgeting, taxes, building good credit Ø Resources for would-be entrepreneurs and smallbusiness builders Ø More internships, apprenticeships, and job shadowing opportunities (beyond just the healthcare field) Ø Language learning resources necessary for workers who are also English language learners (non-native speakers) See page 4, 9, 10, of 360 Report 10

11 Mindstorm Findings Gap Identified: Family-friendly and inclusive working environments Ø Need for accommodations (and understanding) for breastfeeding mothers and other working parents, including early morning/late evening childcare for those with long workdays and transportation support (especially for general laborers who start work very early), including less expensive (or free) employerbased van/bus pools Ø Lack of awareness of cultural difference, especially around religious practices and holidays makes workplaces unwelcoming and difficult for some Ø Need for medical leave and accommodations for those with chronic or acute health challenges Ø Flexible scheduling to accommodate differing availabilities and support for those working multiple jobs See pages 4-5, 9-15 of 360 Report 11

12 Mindstorm Findings Participants are looking for: Ø Sense of community support and welcome, positive attitudes and good communication practices important in the workplace See pages 5, 11, of 360 Report 12

13 Mindstorm Findings Job seekers use: Ø Personal networks Ø Online resources (Indeed, LinkedIn, social media) Ø Print (Newspaper ads & Flyers) Ø Community based outreach opportunities (workforce center, job boards, school fairs, referral programs) See pages 5,11, of 360 Report 13

14 Creative, fun experience social interactions. Learning about different perspectives on job seeking/ opportunities and job/career. Great conversation and very involved/considerate about what everyone at our table had to say!! -Hispanic Gen Tech Community Member I enjoyed it. I would really enjoy coming back. -Hispanic Gen X Community Member Met new people and we had a fruitful conversation. It was a great learning experience -Somali entrepreneur Everyone got to share, speak and listen to each other's answers and opinions respectfully. Let everyone have their moment and say. -Asian Gen Tech Youth Quotes directly from Sign In Sheets and reflect people s self identity 14

15 Stories of Impact v Multiple Latinx youth were able to secure and learn about summer internship opportunities v A youth that had applied to 10 different part-time jobs with no call backs finally arranged an interview for a possible job opportunity v A 22 year old secured a job interview during the IZI v An immigrant community member shared that he felt inspired to continue his career development after the IZI 15

16 Questions or Comments? 16